nähkääään

Nähkääään is a Finnish word that translates to "see you later" or "we will see each other." It is a common and informal way to say goodbye in Finnish. The word is a future tense imperative form of the verb "nähdä," which means "to see." It is typically used among friends, family, or acquaintances, and is not generally considered appropriate for very formal situations. The exact nuance can vary depending on the context and tone of voice, but it generally conveys a sense of expectation of meeting again in the future.

The word is formed by combining the root "näh-" with the plural imperative ending "-kää" and the personal pronoun suffix "-n" (first person plural, "we"). This grammatical structure indicates that the speaker is including themselves in the group who will see each other. While "nähdään" is the most common form, variations might exist in regional dialects or very casual speech, though they are less standard. It is a versatile farewell that can be used in a wide range of everyday interactions when parting ways.